Within Cumberland Mountain State Park, the Overnight Trail Hike-in Site provides backcountry camping managed by the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation. This forested site sits near a creek and requires hikers to access it on foot, though the park also accommodates drive-in and walk-in access depending on the specific location. The rough access road conditions add to the remote feel.
Campers report finding quiet conditions away from crowds, though the single review notes strict enforcement of campfire and noise policies by park rangers. The site prohibits pets entirely. Basic amenities include a dump station, and the location is ADA accessible despite the challenging terrain access.
Description
An overnight backpacking campsite is available on our eight-mile backpacking trail. This hike-in campsite located on the Overnight Trail, which is accessed by hiking the Byrd Creek Trail. The Overnight Trail is a six-mile loop through the forest, rated moderate to difficult. You should be prepared to cross a swinging bridge and several creeks and streams. This is a primitive site. Please practice Leave No Trace. Please make your reservation online or by calling the park office. These sites are undeveloped, but most will have a fire ring. Hiking is required to reach the campsite and most do not have potable water. Water must be filtered from natural sources or carried in. Please allow enough time to reach your destination in daylight.
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Location
Public CampgroundOvernight Trail Hike-in Site — Cumberland Mountain State Park is located in Tennessee
Coordinates
35.90041 N
84.99685 W
Connectivity
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Connectivity
- T-MobileLTESome CoverageVerified by 9 usersLast on 4/15/26
- VerizonLTESome CoverageVerified by 4 usersLast on 4/15/26
- AT&TLTESome CoverageVerified by 2 usersLast on 4/15/26
Access
- Drive-InPark next to your site
- Walk-InPark in a lot, walk to your site.
- Hike-InBackcountry sites.
Site Types
- Tent Sites
- RV Sites
- Standard (Tent/RV)
- Cabins
Features
For Campers
- ADA Access
- Reservable
- Fires
For Vehicles
- Sanitary Dump
Drive Time
- 1 hr 2 min from Knoxville, TN
- 1 hr 14 min from Cleveland, TN
- 1 hr 16 min from Chattanooga, TN
- 1 hr 43 min from Morristown, TN
